The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), along with local public health agencies, is notifying Iowans of additional locations where members of the public may have been exposed to measles.
The newest potential exposure location is a Hy-Vee grocery store in Keokuk. Health officials are encouraging anyone who visited the locations listed below during the identified dates and times to monitor for symptoms.
Newly Identified Exposure Location
Hy-Vee
3111 Main Street, Keokuk, Iowa 52632
Friday, October 30, 2026
1:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Previously Announced Exposure Locations
Mitchell County Regional Health Center
616 N. 8th Street, Osage, Iowa 50461
- Friday, October 30, 2026: 10:55 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
- Thursday, October 29, 2026: 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Individuals who visited these locations during the specified times should watch for possible measles symptoms. Symptoms can include fever, cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes, and a rash.
Anyone who develops symptoms should contact their healthcare provider by phone before going to a medical facility. Health officials stress that calling ahead is important to help prevent further exposure to others in healthcare settings.
Measles is a highly contagious disease that can spread easily among people who are not immune. Health officials say vaccination remains the most effective protection against the disease.
Iowans who are uncertain about their measles immunity are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider or local public health agency for guidance.
Additional potential exposure locations will be announced as they are identified. Updates and more information are available through the Iowa HHS Measles Information Page.
Individuals identified as close contacts may also be contacted directly by public health officials.
Source: Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
